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Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report
Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report A Massachusetts eatery that offers both pizza and fresh oysters has been recognized by The New York Times as serving up some of the best pies – and most unique experiences – in America. The New York Times published its list, dubbed “22 of the Best Pizza Places in the United States” on Wednesday, July 26, highlighting fantastic pies across the country. Only one Massachusetts restaurant, located in Essex County was honored on the list, which reporter Brett Anderson describes as a “Neapolitan pizzeria crossed with a New England oyster bar.” The restaurant in question? Short & Main, loc…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Eyeing New Home With Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Eyeing New Home With Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Eyeing New Home With Payday A Gloucester man who won $1 million says he knows how he plans to spend some of the money.  Roger Duchane won the seven-figure sum playing the “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler," a $10 scratch-off ticket.  Duchane chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  He said he plans to use that money to buy a new house.  Duchane bought the ticket at 7-Eleven at 50 Gloucester Ave. in Gloucester. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Knows How He'll Spend His Major Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Knows How He'll Spend His Major Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Knows How He'll Spend His Major Payday A Gloucester man said he has big plans for the $1 million jackpot he won playing the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Edward Fortado won the seven-figure payday by playing the $50 scratch-off game "Lifetime Millions." Fortado chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  He said he would invest his winnings.  Fortado bought the ticket at 7-Eleven at 48 Maplewood Ave. in Gloucester. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
Wanted Man Busted For Stabbing At Tewksbury Hospital; Found Hiding In Shed: Police Wanted Man Busted For Stabbing At Tewksbury Hospital; Found Hiding In Shed: Police
Wanted Man Busted For Stabbing At Tewksbury Hospital; Found Hiding In Shed: Police A 39-year-old Massachusetts man wanted on multiple outstanding violent warrants was caught hiding in a shed after police say he stabbed a man at a Tewksbury hospital Thursday night, Feb. 15.  Brian Kobs, of Gloucester, is charged with attempted murder, possession of a Class E drug, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and two outstanding warrants, Tewksbury police said.  Police were called to the hospital around 7 p.m. to reports of an assault at the 365 East St. hospital. They found the victim had been stabbed and was suffering non-life-threatening injuries, authorities s…
Massachusetts Rallies, Raises 300K For Hawaii Fire Victims Massachusetts Rallies, Raises 300K For Hawaii Fire Victims
Massachusetts Rallies, Raises 300K For Hawaii Fire Victims The fires that ripped through the Hawaiin island of Maui were among the deadliest in modern US history, according to NPR, and Massachusetts residents jumped into action to help those whose homes were destroyed.  Over 175,000 GoFundMe donors from across the world have rallied to support the victims of the natural disaster in Maui, and Massachusetts residents have done their part, chipping in over $300,000 to various fundraising campaigns.  A group of people in Billerica raised money for their friend who owned a jewelry stand in Lahaina, Maui. The woman's stand was "a labor of love for over …
Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says
Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says An Essex County community was highlighted as a stellar destination for visitors, according to a new report.  The coastal city of Gloucester was ranked one of the best small towns and cities in the US in a list published by CNN on Friday, July 21. The city boasts America’s oldest seaport is home to 29,836 people, according to Census data, but is also a prime spot for visitors.  The CNN list recommended the city for visitors, who can enjoy the city's rich maritime history, fresh seafood and delicious dining, and some of the "world's most beautiful beaches," according…
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Gloucester Crash Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Gloucester Crash
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed In Gloucester Crash Update: Essex County officials identified the 64-year-old man killed in a single-vehicle crash in Gloucester on Tuesday, July 25, as Bradley Moroni of Rockport.  Original: A motorcyclist died Tuesday, July 25, after crashing their bike in Gloucester, authorities said.  The wreck happened just before 12:30 p.m. on Andrews Street, the Essex County District Attorney said. No other vehicles were involved in the crash, and it's unclear what led to the incident.  Paramedics rushed the rider to Addison Gilbert Hospital, where doctors declared them dead.  Authorities…
Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years
Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years There are very few times that diners find a place that feels like a home away from home. However, that was the reality for many North Shore residents when they visited Willow Rest in Gloucester. Unfortunately, the owner of the signature breakfast and brunch spot has made the difficult decision to close for good. Melissa Donati was almost without words when she announced that Willow Rest would be shutting down on Wednesday, May 31.  "I really do not know what to say except I am sorry. Sorry because I loved our store. I loved our customers," she wrote in a Facebook post.  "The…
Mass Beach With 'Prime Swimming Conditions' Ranked In The Top 25 Nationally, Report Says Mass Beach With 'Prime Swimming Conditions' Ranked In The Top 25 Nationally, Report Says
Mass Beach With 'Prime Swimming Conditions' Ranked In The Top 25 Nationally, Report Says You may have to fight for parking, but it is worth it for a trip to this renowned beach, according to Travel and Leisure.  Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester is known for its dunes, marshes, softly rolling waves, and plenty of room to stretch out. Locals are clearly not the only one who thinks so, as the beach was selected by Travel and Leisure as one of America's top 25 beaches.  The soft sand, usually calm water, and a concession stand with snacks and water toy rentals make this beach a perfect pick for families.  View this post on Instagram …
Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants
Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants Fans of an award-winning HBO Max series can enjoy food inspired by the show at a brunch series being held at several Eastern Massachusetts restaurants this spring.  The Caturano Restaurant Group is hosting "The White Lotus" Brunch in Sicily Series, inspired by the second season of the Emmy Award-winning show.  The series, being hosted at four restaurants this April and May, will feature a family-style brunch complete with cocktail hour, raw bar and passed appetizers.  The brunch's raw bar will feature an assortment of fresh oysters and other shellfishDPA Communications Brunch items inc…
Woman's Body Found In Incinerated Car That Crashed In Driveway Of Rowley Home Woman's Body Found In Incinerated Car That Crashed In Driveway Of Rowley Home
Woman's Body Found In Incinerated Car That Crashed In Driveway Of Rowley Home Authorities on the North Shore are investigating after the body of a woman was found in a burning vehicle this week. Rowley Police responded to a report of a car crash at 935 Haverhill Street just before 1 a.m. on Friday, April 7, the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports.  Upon arrival, crews found a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle fully engulfed in flames with the woman dead inside. She was later tentatively identified as 79-year-old Susan Frey of Gloucester, the DA's Office said. Foul play is not suspected.  The vehicle had no immediately known connec…
Parking Bans In Effect For These Eastern Mass Towns Ahead Of Winter Weather Parking Bans In Effect For These Eastern Mass Towns Ahead Of Winter Weather
Parking Bans In Effect For These Eastern Mass Towns Ahead Of Winter Weather Massachusetts is facing the fallout of a "significant" winter storm that is causing communities to batten down the hatches and enact parking bans.  Between four and 11 inches of heavy snow, along with hazardous travel conditions, are expected in parts of eastern Massachusetts through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service Boston.  Winter storm watch upgraded to winter storm warning generally north of I-90 with the exception of northeastern MA east of I-95 where an advisory is in effect. Advisory also in effect for areas south of I90 and west of I495 away from the coast. …
'Swatting' Hoax Threats Send Multiple Massachusetts School Into Lockdowns 'Swatting' Hoax Threats Send Multiple Massachusetts School Into Lockdowns
'Swatting' Hoax Threats Send Multiple Massachusetts School Into Lockdowns Multiple Massachusetts schools have been forced into lockdowns because of fake gun and bomb threats, otherwise known as "swatting" incidents, over the past four days.  "Swatting" is defined as "the action or practice of making a prank call to emergency services in an attempt to bring about the dispatch of a large number of armed police officers to a particular address," according to Oxford Language.  These incidents have seen an uptick across the Commonwealth in the wake of the deadly shooting at the Michigan State University on Monday, Feb. 13 in which three students perished. T…
Gloucester 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Alum Wins Makeup Emmy For Popular HBO Show Gloucester 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Alum Wins Makeup Emmy For Popular HBO Show
Gloucester 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Alum Wins Makeup Emmy For Popular HBO Show A Gloucester man brought home an Emmy earlier this month for his work for one of TV's most unique shows.  Tyler Devlin, 29, who works on HBO's "We're Here," thought someone was pranking him when he got the news of the big win.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Laila McQueen (@misslailamcqueen) "Honestly when I was first told that I had won an Emmy I thought it was a prank from one of my friends," Devlin posted on Instagram. "Not that I don’t feel deserving or proud of all of our work, it’s just such an intense feeling of gratitud…
Gloucester Man Driving Motorcycle On Sidewalk Leads To Large Drug Bust: Police Gloucester Man Driving Motorcycle On Sidewalk Leads To Large Drug Bust: Police
Gloucester Man Driving Motorcycle On Sidewalk Leads To Large Drug Bust: Police A 33-year-old Gloucester man with a bookbag full of drugs, supplies, cash, and weapons wound up in jail after he was spotted driving on the sidewalk, police said.  Jason Moody, 33, was seen at a possible drug deal at Derby Street near the Oak Grove Cemetery Monday evening on a blue and white motorcycle, and a worried citizen who filmed the transaction called officers to share the video, Gloucester police said.  Police tracked him down near Gloucester Cross and School House Road, where they spotted him riding that same blue and white bike along the sidewalk, officials said. They pu…
3-Month-Old Puppy Killed In Gloucester Crash, Police Looking For Driver 3-Month-Old Puppy Killed In Gloucester Crash, Police Looking For Driver
3-Month-Old Puppy Killed In Gloucester Crash, Police Looking For Driver Police are hunting for a driver that ran over and killed a 3-month-old mini golden doodle puppy on Saturday in Gloucester and kept driving.  The incident happened near the intersection of Sayward Street and Fleming Drive at 11 a.m., police said in a Facebook post asking for information. Authorities didn't release any other information about the incident.  Animal Control asks anyone with information to contact officials at 978-281-9746 or 978-283-1212.  Animal Control is looking for the person who is responsible for striking/killing a 3 month old mini golden doodle on... Posted by Glou…
Wanted Out-Of-State Man Apprehended In Hudson Valley Wanted Out-Of-State Man Apprehended In Hudson Valley
Wanted Out-Of-State Man Apprehended In Hudson Valley An out-of-state man wanted for assaulting a woman was nabbed by police in the Hudson Valley. The man was apprehended in Ulster County while officers were conducting a warrant investigation on Tuesday, Aug. 23. While conducting the investigation, officers located AJ Brown, age unknown, of Gloucester, Massachusetts, living in the hamlet of Glasco, in the town of Saugerties, Saugerties Police Chief Joseph Sinagra said. Brown was wanted out of Maryland on a warrant from Baltimore County for felony assault of a woman on I-95 in December 2021, Sinagra said. He was taken into custody by officers…
Gloucester Fox Tests Positive For Rabies, Pet Owners Urged To Stay Vigilant Gloucester Fox Tests Positive For Rabies, Pet Owners Urged To Stay Vigilant
Gloucester Fox Tests Positive For Rabies, Pet Owners Urged To Stay Vigilant A fox found in Gloucester tested positive earlier this month for rabies, and state and local officials are asking people to stay vigilant outdoors.  The Massachusetts Public Health Department said the fox was found near 86 Concord St. on Aug. 10.  Anyone who thinks they may have come in contact with the animal should contact the Massachusetts Department of Public Health at 617-983-6800 immediately.  Rabies is transferred through bites, scratches, and saliva and can make an animal aggressive and confrontational. Anyone who takes their pet on walks should take note of wil…
Crews Battle 3-Alarm Brush Fire In Gloucester (UPDATE) Crews Battle 3-Alarm Brush Fire In Gloucester (UPDATE)
Crews Battle 3-Alarm Brush Fire In Gloucester (Update) Firefighters were on the scene in Gloucester where a 3-alarm brush fire broke out earlier Monday morning, Aug. 1, authorities said. The fire started in the area of Poles Hill and Riverview Road around 10:45 a.m., Gloucester Fire said. Crews struggled to contain the flames as the area was hard to access and the blaze spread because of dry and windy conditions.  Drone footage of brush fire on Pole Hill today, threatening the houses in the wheeler's point area. You can see the fire get worse and approach the houses as the video goes on. Posted by Isaac J Aiello Photography/Videography/De…
Gloucester Park Closed After Blade Falls Over 400 Feet From Windmill (PHOTOS) Gloucester Park Closed After Blade Falls Over 400 Feet From Windmill (PHOTOS)
Gloucester Park Closed After Blade Falls Over 400 Feet From Windmill (Photos) A park in Gloucester was closed after a blade broke off from a windmill standing at 492 feet, authorities said.  Firefighters responded to a report of a blade that came off a wind turbine at Applied Materials on Dory Road in the Blackburn Industrial Park around 7 a.m. on Sunday, July 31, Gloucester Fire and the Town of Gloucester said in a joint release.  Blackburn industrial park closed after intershell taking right. Fire dept on scene, Gloucester police on scene, here's a snaps I took of crashing turbine blade early am. #Gloucester ma #windturbine #turbineblade pic.twitter.com/9ReKvD7…
Man Robs Store With Machete Day Before Second Robbery In North Shore Town Man Robs Store With Machete Day Before Second Robbery In North Shore Town
Man Robs Store With Machete Day Before Second Robbery In North Shore Town Gloucester Police are investigating a pair of consecutive robberies.   The first robbery happened at the Yellow Sub, located at 73 Pleasant Street, around 4:31 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, police said.  Investigators determined that a male suspect entered the store with a machete. It is unclear exactly what they stole.  The second robbery happened at the Speedway gas station at 354 Main Street around 10:47 a.m. on Monday, police said.  Investigators determined that a male suspect showed a gun and demanded money and cigarettes from an employee before fleeing the scene …
Authorities ID 18-Year-Old Who Drowned In North Shore Quarry Authorities ID 18-Year-Old Who Drowned In North Shore Quarry
Authorities ID 18-Year-Old Who Drowned In North Shore Quarry Authorities have identified the 18-year-old who drowned in a prohibited swimming area in Gloucester as Fabieri Fabert of Everett, the Essex County District Attorney's Office said. Fabert was pulled from the water after crews responded to the reported drowning at Vernon's Pit around 1:20 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, Massachusetts State Police said.  Fabert apparently jumped off a high rock into the quarry and did not resurface while he was swimming with friends, police said. He was pulled from the water two hours later and pronounced dead at a local hos…
18-Year-Old Drowns In Prohibited Swimming Area On North Shore: Police 18-Year-Old Drowns In Prohibited Swimming Area On North Shore: Police
18-Year-Old Drowns In Prohibited Swimming Area On North Shore: Police An 18-year-old has died after drowning in a prohibited swimming area in Gloucester, authorities said. Multiple rescue crews responded to the reported drowning at Vernon's Pit around 1:20 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, Massachusetts State Police said.  It was there that the man was swimming with his friends and even jumped from a high rock into the water in the quarry, police said. At that point, the man did not resurface.  After two hours, the victim was pulled from the water. Crews performed CPR on the victim but were unsuccessful and the man was pronounced dead…